Explain Boston to Me

Mythbusting in Boston's Chinatown with Richard Auffrey

April 29, 2026·44 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

In this episode, we're exploring the origins of Boston's vibrant Chinatown — and reexamining myths around the city's first Chinese restaurant — with lawyer and historian Richard Auffrey aka The Passionate Foodie. From the first Chinese immigrant to Boston to Hong Far Low and Ruby Foo, this is a fascinating and vital part of the region's history. Put Sky Cafe and Hardena on your when-in-Philly lists. Search Engine comes to Boston to talk AVs (Part One and Part Two). Lisa McManus' Zoe's recs. Have feedback on this episode or ideas for upcoming topics? DM me on Instagram, email me, or send a voice memo. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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